I.C.T.C. Holdings Corporation 1240 Important Read Before Using, Safety Precautions, Warranty

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Thank you for choosing HERO HVLP (High-Volume Low-Pressure) sprayers for your spraying needs. At HERO Industries, we take pride in our precision-engineered products and want you to obtain all the benefits that your HERO sprayer has to offer.

To ensure the proper use and maintenance of your HERO sprayer, please carefully read the information contained in this manual before using your system. Should you require any further information, please contact your nearest HERO distributor, or HERO directly for assistance - we will be pleased to assist you.

IMPORTANT: READ BEFORE USING

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

??CAUTION: Arcing parts. Keep the turbine at least 20 feet away from explosive vapors to avoid risk of fire or explosion.

??Never spray flammable materials near any source of open flame or spark.

??Always spray in a properly ventilated area.

??Never point the spray gun at anyone.

??Always wear a spray mask and protective eyewear when spraying toxic substances.

IMPORTANT OPERATING TIPS

??For simple Operating Instructions and Painting Tips, please refer to the laminated card supplied with your system, attached to the handle of the turbine.

??Most sprayable coatings must be diluted to be sprayed. Always follow the paint or coating manufacturer’s instructions regarding thinning solvents and dilution ratios when preparing the coating to be sprayed.

??Select the appropriate Needle, Fluid Tip and Air Cap based on the coating being sprayed, the film thickness required, and the application speed and finish required.

??For optimum results, always test spraying distance, pattern size, coating thickness, Needle/Fluid Tip/ Air Cap combination and finish, on a sample of the surface to be coated.

??When using a Cup Gun, do not turn the gun upside-down. The Pressure Feed Tube that pressurizes the paint cup is internal and if blocked, will prevent the pressurization of the paint cup.

??Make sure you clean your spray gun after each use as outlined in this manual. Proper cleaning is essential to ensure the smooth operation of your system.

WARRANTY

??Where applicable, please complete the enclosed warranty information card and return it to HERO Industries

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Warranty Important Read Before UsingSafety Precautions Important Operating TipsContents Hero Hvlp Advantage Getting Started Testing the TurbineTesting the Variable Speed Controller VSC Unpacking Your Hero SystemConnecting the Hose to the Turbine Connecting the Spray GUN and Test SprayOperating Instructions and Painting Tips Paint Preparation and Viscosity ChartGeneral Operating Instructions Material To Be Sprayed Time To First Break In Stream Viscosity ChartIdentifying Needle, Fluid Tip and Air Cap sizes NEEDLE, Fluid TIP and AIR CAP SelectionNeedle And Fluid Tip Selection Chart Material Viscosity Needle and Fluid TipSpray GUN Terminology Surface PreparationOperating the Turbine Operating the Spray GUN Spray Pattern SelectionTo Begin Spraying Air Cap Position Spray PatternHorizontal Spay Pattern Test Testing Prior to SprayingProblem Solution Basic Spraying Techniques Correct Application Technique When you are finished your spraying project Cleaning and MaintenanceBasic Clean UP Maintaining the Turbine AIR FiltersComplete Disassembly and Cleaning of Spray GUN To Clean And Disassemble The GunTo Clean Parts Individually And Replace Gaskets Replacing the CUP TOP Gasket To Replace The Cup Top GasketChanging the NEEDLE, Fluid TIP and AIR CAP Replacing the Gland SealTo Replace The Gland Seal Problem Probable Cause Solutions Trouble ShootingBasic Troubleshooting Chart Basic Troubleshooting Chart Problem Probable Cause Solutions Troubleshooting Finish Problems VOLUME-FED Systems for USE with Shop Compressors Options and AccessoriesVOLUME-FED Systems with BUILT-IN Compressors CUP-FED SystemsGUN Extension WANDS, TOUCH-UP CUP KIT and Other Accessories Replacement Parts and Technical SpecificationsWarranty Information Limited Warranty